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Ace Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 83 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Livingston, New Jersey
Style / system: Olympic / World Taekwondo · Kukkiwon-certified — based on the school's own site and student reviews. Taekwondo systems (Olympic/World Taekwondo, ITF, and ATA/Songahm) differ in forms, sparring rules, and tournaments; if lineage matters to you, confirm it with the school. ATA vs WT vs ITF, explained →
Affiliated school — reviews and the school's own info point to a recognized taekwondo organization or franchise (think ATA Martial Arts, Kukkiwon certification, World Taekwondo, or ITF). If credentials matter to you, ask which association the school belongs to and where the head instructor earned their black-belt (dan) rank and certification.
Plan your first class
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- Beginner-friendly all ages and levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule thebestkick.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (862) 423-1614
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–9 PM |
| Thursday | 3–9 PM |
| Friday | 3–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Master J teaches his students patience, respect and hard work in an engaging, and fun way - he's great with kids and know how to keep them interested.”
What students say
“Master J is patient, disciplined, and really knows how to motivate students while keeping classes engaging and fun.”
“Amy, the coordinator, is incredibly welcoming and makes every interaction easy and pleasant.”
“When I think about Ace Taekwondo and the impact they have had on us, these words come to mind: Family, Respect, Courage, Discipline, Confidence, and Love.”
“They focus not just on techniques and forms, but also on confidence, respect, and self-discipline.”
“Master J teaches his students patience, respect and hard work in an engaging, and fun way - he's great with kids and know how to keep them interested.”
“Master J teaches his students patience, respect and hard work in an engaging, and fun way - he's great with kids and know how to keep them interested.”
From the reviews
When I think about Ace Taekwondo and the impact they have had on us, these words come to mind: Family, Respect, Courage, Discipline, Confidence, and Love. Bringing my 7-year-old to this studio twice a week, I have had the privilege to watch Master J, his wife Amy and their staff model these values for every student…
My son started ACE Taekwondo class couple months ago. He loves going to his class three days a week. Master J and his team is outstanding. Everyone here is so kind and supportive. Master J is energetic, motivating, professional, and always inspiring kids to try their best to reach their maximum potential.
My son Noam has been practicing at Ace Taekwondo and he is absolutely thriving. He goes three times a week and is so happy there that he even asked to come four times a week - if only they offered it. That says everything about how much he enjoys it. Master J has a remarkable way with kids.
My 5 year son attends Ace two times a week. Since joining he has had a chance to learn discipline and develop confidence in himself while gaining more control over his body.
New to taekwondo? Start at Ace Taekwondo
Ace Taekwondo comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never trained or set foot in a dojang, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build fundamentals (stances, blocks, kicks, and basic forms) for weeks, sparring eases in gradually and with gear on, and instructors keep it controlled and safe. Third, all ages and all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first taekwondo class at Ace Taekwondo
Nervous about walking into a taekwondo school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, and kicks with a partner or on pads — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: loose athletic wear you can move in (or a dobok if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the floor. What to bring: water and a positive attitude — many schools lend a loaner dobok for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll get your own dobok and belt, and sparring gear (mouthguard, headgear, and guards) once you begin sparring. Sparring eases in gradually, once your fundamentals and forms are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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